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Andy Tzemis Obituary
July 15, 1948 - February 21, 2017
It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my big brother Andy Tzemis. Born in Athens, Greece on July 15, 1948, Andy came to Canada with our mother in 1958, one year after our father had arrived. Following his graduation from Sir Wilfred Laurier University, Andy pursued a career in sales and advertising working with CFNY and CFMT. He had an outgoing and sincere personality that you couldn't help but love. Always quick with a smile and a kind word, Andy made everyone around him feel better. He was and will always be the life of the party.
His involvement with AHEPA was his hobby and his passion. He spent most of his life supporting the community work that AHEPA was involved in which included volunteering as a big brother. Being an avid sportsman, nothing was more precious to Andy than to watch his niece and three nephews play in their various sporting events. Always with a post game encouraging word and thought, uncle Andy was their premiere fan.
My big brother was loved by so many great and caring friends and adoring family that I know his presence will be missed tremendously.
The single most wonderful characteristic about Andy was that no matter what, he was always there for his family and friends. His unselfish words "what do you need man?" will forever live in our thoughts. Now, with our prayers, we are all here for him.
May God Rest your Soul and may Eternal be your memory.
Andy is survived by our mother Polymnia and myself Phillip and my wife Maria and our children Peter, Stephanie, Michael and Anthony. He is now with our father Peter watching over us all.
Visitation will take place on Thursday, February 23rd from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the R.S. Kane Funeral Home, 6150 Yonge Street (at Goulding South of Steeles). Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 24th at 11 a.m. at All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, 222 Burbank Drive.
We love you Andy.
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Memories and Condolences
for Andy Tzemis
24 Entries
Lon Ballinger
February 26, 2018
I just checked in to see how Andy was doing after 25 years in USA was sad to hear of his passing he was very kind to me
Paul and Voula Kalaitzis
March 20, 2017
Very sad to hear of Andy's passing. You were always a good friend. Rest in peace "coach".
Kristine Douglas
March 6, 2017
Condolences to your family Dr. Phil. We are so sorry for your great loss. He sure sounded like an amazing brother. Hugs to you,
Kristine and Stephen Douglas
Dia Calovoulos
February 26, 2017
"I took myself a blue canoe and I floated like a leaf"
Dearest Phil, I was shocked by the sad news of Andy's passing.
I still see him in his red and white t-shirt, young and handsome and smiling!
My deepest sympathies to you and your beautiful family.
May he rest in peace. Zoi se mas.
Dia
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Danny Nicholson
February 26, 2017
Very sad to hear of Andy's passing. I had the pleasure of working with Andy at CFNY. I was in the news department, and Andy would often drop by to shoot the breeze. His brother Phil kept me posted about Andy on my visits to the dentist. My condolances to the family
Sonia D
February 25, 2017
Rest In Peace Andy! It was a pleasure knowing you. You always had a friendly smile and cared about everyone.
I will always remember those AHEPA parties...such good times!
Victoria Boucovalas
February 24, 2017
Andy was a huge walking, talking, smiling heart! Just seeing him would make my day. His youth was eternal and his positive attitude contagious. I thought he would be around for ever. He would immediately try to help people even if they never asked. He will be missed so very much! My condolences to the family.
Christine DeFrancesco
February 24, 2017
It was with great sadness to hear of Andy's passing. My deepest condolences to the Tzemis family. May God strengthen you all during these difficult days.
maria vavitsa
February 24, 2017
We dont believe it.You was a brother for us,not a cousin.We can not imagine that will not hear the voice on the phone almost every day.We may be miles away but never existed the distance between us.Was here for everyone,with the smile and kidness.Each time that we came in Toronto passed perfectly.
We will love you and miss you always brother.
Your cousins George and Maria Vavitsas
Kalabaka,Greese
Brian Smuck
February 24, 2017
Had the pleasure of working with Andy in the glory days of CFNY in the early '80's. Big hearted,big smile, always willing to help. A wonderful guy who will be sorely missed. Brian Smuck
Deb Chrisohou
February 24, 2017
My deepest condolences to Andy's family. He was a wonderful, kind man dedicated to the Ahepa Family. I got to know Andy years ago when I was Canadian President and ran into him at various events throughout Canada afterwards. He was an instant friend and someone who always had a friendly word, quick smile and joke to tell. My he rest in peace. You will be missed.
robert lenartowicz
February 24, 2017
hi I just want to express my deepest sympathies to the tzemis family for their loss may god bless you all.
Chris & Bessie Jones
February 23, 2017
Bessie and I were broken-hearted to learn about the passing of Andy. He was a loving, kind and thoughtful person. Always had a warm smile, and a kind word whenever we saw him. He was so proud of his Greek heritage. He will be in our memories always. May he rest in peace.
Steve Macaulay
February 23, 2017
So sorry to hear the news. I worked with Andy at CFNY in the 80's. We were quite the close knit sales team. Andy was always great to work with, a lot of fun and fantastic guy. My condolences to the family.
JONNY WOLFE
February 23, 2017
Hi Phil.
Sorry about your brother best wishes to you and your family in this difficult time.
Susan Shannon
February 23, 2017
I'm so sad to hear of Andy's passing! One more reminder that we need to connect with those who mean a lot to us while we can!! I didn't! I too am one of the many people Andy mentored through his CFNY days!! I worked with Andy for almost 9 years and he was one of my favorite people!! The last time I saw him was at our CFNY reunion but that's several years ago now too! One of my favorite memories of Andy was when he decided he'd treat us to lunch at one of his favorite outdoor restaurant in Kensington Market on a summer Friday afternoon - we weren't sure what we were eating but we had a great time! And of course the spanokapita his Mom made that he used to bring into the office to share!! Rest in peace by friend. Sincerely Susan Shannon (Walach)
Donald Johns
February 23, 2017
Andy was one of the warmest, kindest, funniest and most generous guys I have ever known. It was impossible not to have fun with him. Your legend lives on Andy. We love you always brother.
Angie and Maria Sirounis
February 23, 2017
We had such fun at the AHEPA pub nights
We will never forget the monthly AHEPA Pub Nights Andy organized in the early nineties. He always booked them at interesting locales and they were so much fun! Andy we were lucky to know you! May his memory be eternal!
Our deepest sympathies to his family and friends! Angie and Maria Sirounis
Chris Van Allen
February 23, 2017
So sorry to hear this sad news. Andy took me under his wing and and introduced me to selling radio for cfny back in 1988. Plus he introduced me to Greek food and I had my first souvlaki on the Danforth. He said "give him some extra tzatziki sauce" and with a BIG soft smile he said "you are going to love it". I did, but my breath didn't! Andy had such a warm friendly personality no doubt his soul will live on in many of our memories. He was good guy.
Christina Ganas (Poulos)
February 23, 2017
Hard to believe I won't be getting any more phone calls from Andy, just to say hi, ask how I'm doing and give me a little laugh. A true life long gentle friendship and will cherish his memory.
Earl Jive
February 23, 2017
Such sad news. His brother's comments captured the Andy I remember. One of Andy's clients was BJ Cuddles, which was a big part of our time in Toronto in the '80s. Condolences from Bev and myself. Earl Jive
Byron Yankou
February 23, 2017
Brother Andy, Thank you for the wonderful work that you did for AHEPA Toronto. Past President, past District Governor but a Brother forever. May his memory be eternal.
Andy, a free spirit and no matter the distance, always there.
Gareth Parkinson
February 23, 2017
Andy, What a light you have been in our lives. Always there when we needed you, and a true friend to everyone whose lives you touched. We owe a lot to you for your kindness, endless ability to pull things together, and positive view of life, your smile and laugh were infectious . So many happy memories of times we shared with you and our mutual circle of friends, all because of you.
This may be a dark day, and you will be very sadly missed, but your light will stay in our hearts forever.
We love you.
Dave Rivett
February 23, 2017
My sincere condolences to the Tzemis family. I had many laughs and good times with Andy at CFMT and years afterwards. He was a good friend. Will be missed!
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